Thursday 24 February 2022

 February 24 ,2022

*Yoga 

After prayer in chapel we had yoga class. All were asked to assemble in auditorium for the same. Sir taught us many asanas so as to improve our health, mental and overall development.

* Technology seminar

Then we had seminar session of technology . 

*optional class

Then we had optional classes. Today we discussed about the Bloom' s revised taxonomy. Then, we had seminar presentation of Parvathy about the topic Teacher initiated method . 

*Psychology 

Ma'am discussed  about the theories of development after lunch vreak

*Philosophy

Then we discussed about realism in Maya maam class. 


George sir conducted internal assessment on health and physical education .

Wednesday 23 February 2022

Welcome back

February 23, 2022

After a break, first years and second years came back to college.Second years after their teaching practice  and we the first years after the school induction program in various schools.

To welcome us, ma'am gave us a treat. Usually, get-togethers in a family,  make the bond between the members stronger. 
Thank you ma'am for showing such a care and love towards us. 

Tuesday 22 February 2022

Last day of our school induction

February 22,2022

We reached Navajeevan Bethany vidalaya before 8:30 pm and we were asked to wait in L.P section office because of the virtual annual day program recording . 

*Took class for X std
Sujitha ma'am accompanied me to class and she introduced me. After that I took class as well as revision of last chapter - OUR ENVIRONMENT.  It was a nice session as the students were interactive. After the class I requested for feedback form and by reading those gave me motivation and happiness. 
#some of the feedbacks☺


*L. P Class observation 

Then we had observation and interactive sessions with L.P students. The way of teaching, classroom environment all were student friendly,  and each class is with bulletin boards,  white and green boards etc. 
After Lunch break,  we visited physical education room,  principal and concerned teacher fir feedback. 
The whole day and the induction program gave us happiness and moulded us . 
Without hesitation I could say,  my baby steps gave me an inspiration for my teacher


Monday 21 February 2022

School Induction day 4

February 21,2022

We arrived school at 8:30 am  and waited in the conference hall. 
We moved to our assigned classes. 
# observation class
I had observation class in VII A which was took by Annie ma'am. Only 9 students came to school while others attended online. The class was very active. 
Her warm good morning gave a positive energy to all students.  The revision was on chapter : Cell.  Ma'am asked them to ask questions they have prepared to other students and they had a lively revision.

After that, I came back to conference room and made discussion regarding the following things to do. After lunch we had group discussion on report writing and went to visit physical education lab but we couldn't see trainer. After that,  we continued with our discussion.
Sujitha ma'am assigned a revision cum interactive session for XB students . 

Hoping for the best... 

Saturday 19 February 2022

School Induction Day 3

February 19,2022

We reached Navajeevan school by 8:30 am and after prayer we moved to our respective classes as per timetable. 
First hour was for IX B and Sujitha ma'am conducted revision on the chapter : Why do we fall ill?. Almost 6 students came to school while the remaining students attended online. Ma'am also mentioned about the art integrated projects and reminded them to do with available objects. 
She used different colour chalks on board to teach them. Ma'am also mentioned about the case study questions they need to be through  with. 

After that in IX A,  I conducted revision class for both online and offline students.  It was a good experience and the students responded well.  They even cleared their doubts. I was a bit tensed but the feedback of Sujitha ma'am gave me happiness and I had a whale of a time. 😊😊

Then for the next 2 hours we prepared report and discussed on the same.  After lunch, we discussed our experience and left the school after national anthem.

Each day we  are moulding ourselves to become a good teacher. The teachers of Navajeevan school were very interactive and the words of Sujitha ma'am made me confident. 



Friday 18 February 2022

School Induction day 2

February 18,2022

This was our second day of school induction on Navajeevan Bethany School. 

We reached the school by 8:30 am and we waited in the conference hall  Then To put a halt to our waiting,  one of the teacher came and informed us about the assigned classes and we moved to our respective classes.

The first hour was for IX C and it was revision class for them on the chapter : Why do we fall Ill?. 
At first , Jeeva ma'am interacted with the students and  then gave them the detailed pattern of the exam and important questions. Only some students came to school while others attended online. 
After the class,  I interacted with the students and noted the facilities inside the classroom. 

After that,  ma'am had class on VII E and it was online class.  They also had revision on the chapter - Reproduction in Plants. First,  She asked questions to them and awarded marks to those who answered well.When I interacted with the ma'am , she told me that special attention is given to special kids and all students were active.
Next class was for IX D,  and ma'am allowed me to observe the class. They also had revision on the chapter ' why do we fall ill? ' and she randomly asked questions and many responded quickly.
Ma'am even helped students who were confused with the question. 

After that we visited the physics,  chemistry, biology and computer lab and interacted with the lab assistants. Each lab can accommodate atleast 30 to 40 students and all are equipped and spacious with well ventillated. 

Biology lab had 100s of specimen , about 10 compound microscope, some dissection microscope. The lab assistant also told  that they grew the plants required for the lab and we could see that they are well maintained. We could also see the various biology related chart chart and a  skeleton. 

This day I got 3 observation classes and it was interactive which gave ideas on how to conduct revision, how to help a student to answer,  question pattern, lab arrangements etc.  

Wednesday 16 February 2022

Induction day 1

February 16,2022

We are making our baby steps to be a teacher.  As part of our curriculum,  we have 5 days induction program and for that I got Navajeevan Bethany School - CBSE , Nalamchira. We were a group of 15 students and only 13 were present. 
This was our first day at school and we first had meeting with the principal, Shahna ma'am. She told us about  the schedule and other related things and she was very friendly with us. 
We first visted the whole school and took photos. The kindergarden section was attractive with rainbow colors, important quotes and animals.  The park was very child friendly with garden nearby. 
The teachers of other sections  were taking classes both online  and offline. 
These made me remember my schooling and teachers. 
We visited library too and collected data. 

After the lunch break,  we met our respective teachers and requested for the observation class and the class to teach.  She told me that almost all portions are over and only revision classes are going on.  So she asked  me to conduct  a revison class of 9th and observe the revision classes. 
The whole day was good but a bit tired as we had to cover the whole school as part of our visit. 

Saturday 12 February 2022

THEOSA

February 12,2022

" A throwback to their lives in MTTC, their family"


Our seniors were proud and emotional to talk about their life in college and about their teachers. The words they spoke from the bottom of their hearts made us realise how fortunate we are to be studying at this prestigious institution.

* Some moments...... 


This evening was a blessing, and I felt a great deal of happiness.


Friday 11 February 2022

February 11,2022

 

The first hour was taken by Gibi ma'am and we got her class after many days . The prayer song was by Athira and after that ma'am taught us about the whole brain theory.

After that ma'am divided the whole class to 5 groups and gave topics for discussion. 

The topics were:

  • Psychoanalysis
  • Experimental method 
  • Introspection
  • Observation
  • Case Study

The next hour was for art and aesthetics.
The class began with a warmup session and ended with a feedback session.The most entertaining game was playing car and driver, and all of the games and activities kept us entertained throughout the period.

After lunch break we had optional hour. 
Prayer was by Ancy and thought and vocabularies by Anju. Ancy sang well and Anju explained the quote well. 
The quote was:
After that ma'am took class on BLOOM'S TAXONOMY. Ma'am explained the three domains i.e cognitive domain, affective domain and psychomotor domain along with their objectives.

The day was interesting and productive.







Thursday 10 February 2022

A day started with Yoga

February 10,2022

* Yoga 

The day began with yoga and it was a wonderful experience. Sir taught vrikshasana, facial yoga, Nadarajasana, thadasana, and so on.  

* Seminar time - Philosophy 
This day continued with the English optional seminar.  Kavya took the topic-Ethnicity , well.
* Seminar time - Educational Technology  
After that we had the Maths optional seminar and each one of them did their part well. 

* Benedict sir
Sir taught about classroom climate.

* Clubs introduction 
The meeting started with a introductory talk of Maya ma'am.  After that,  Benedict sir  introduced about various clubs in our college.

Wednesday 9 February 2022

A day for COSMOS

February 9,2022

This Wednesday was for Physical Science to conduct assembly. The assembly was well organized and presented well. 
* their logo

They distributed prizes to students who won in various competition conducted by them. 
After that we had optional hour,  ma'am asked us to continue with the seminar.  Prayer was by Silpa and thought for the day  along with vocabularies by Ancy.
The seminar presentation was by Anju and it was well presented.  

Tuesday 8 February 2022

February 8,2022

As usual the day began with the prayer and the first two hour was assigned for Joju sir. As he was on leave , sir asked us to start the seminar presentation of maths optional and it was evaluated by research  scholar Jeena ma'am. 
After that,  Maya ma'am took the second hour and the class was continuation of naturalism. Ma'am explained the method of teaching,  the naturalism and cultural practice in India, Role of teacher in Naturalism, its merits and demerits. 


During the optional hour,  Greeshma took the remaining portion of her seminar and after that we went to library for reference.

After lunch break,  we had class of George sir on physical fitness. 

After that Reju sir took art and aesthetic class which includes walking in different postures,  showing smiley and  actions to the next student. 
As a whole,  day left us with a energetic, happy and live impression .

Monday 7 February 2022

Back to college...

February 7, 2022

After online class ,  we are back to our college. The day began with a prayer and first two hours was optional.  During first hour, the thought and vocabularies were presented by Akhila and prayer by sister. 
Thought was: 

After that ma'am taught us about the objective based evaluation and education along with the tripolar relation of learning experience, objective and evaluation.  Ma'am also discussed the cognitive domain. 
After the first hour,  Greeshma took the seminar on the topic self sufficiency of food which was presented well. 

The next two sessions were by Maya ma'am and ma'am taught us the aims of education in naturalism. During this hour we the technical representives had meeting with principal sir about the upcoming international paper presentation competition and website modification.
After lunch break,  the first hour was by George sir,  in which we played many games.  For preparing the 4 collegues for chess tournament, they were given time for practicing that. 
After that,  Benedict sir took class on teacher behavior.
As a whole,  the day was good for us.... 😊

Tuesday 1 February 2022

February 1,2022

*First hour - Maya ma'am

 
The class was started by a music played by ma'am. The class was on Naturalism and the ideas were discussed with us. Some it is Nature is the ultimate reality,Everything starts and ends with nature, natural and material world are real ,senses are gateways of knowledge etc.
 
*Second hour - Gibi ma'am 

Ma'am took the remaining schools of psychology - Behaviourism , Gestalt psychology, Huministic psychology and cognitive psychology.It was an informative session.

*Third hour - Joju sir
 
 
Sir begun the class by showing a video on U.N Speech by a Dinosaur which emphasised the need for sustainable development and avoid extinction. Then the class was on importance of AV aids and Edgar dales of cone of Experience.

Cognitive map